Mowich Lake Campground — Mount Rainier National Park
Reviewed Aug. 26, 2021

Great spot inside the park

I loved this spot! The lake is absolutely beautiful and there are so many different trails branching off of it. We got there at like 3pm on a Tuesday and got one of the last 2 spots, it definitely fills up fast even during the week. Most of the people there were backpackers and everyone was very quiet and respectful of the fact that it was a small campground with no privacy and close proximity to everyone else. Each spot had a raised platform for your tent, bear box, and picnic table. Bathroom was basic but seemed decently clean. It definitely gets cold up there even in mid August so pack warm! My only complaint was the gravel road to get up there, it’s like 15 miles long and it’s rough. Not the worst road I’ve ever been on but it wasn’t fun and it felt like you had to drive it forever. Make sure you have a National park pass for your car but besides there are the first come first serve spots with no permit or fee. We did the Tolmie Peak trail and the trailhead is straight off the campground which is super nice. Would definitely go back here and try to spend more time exploring the surrounding area

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  • Review photo of Mowich Lake Campground — Mount Rainier National Park by Megan H., August 26, 2021
  • Review photo of Mowich Lake Campground — Mount Rainier National Park by Megan H., August 26, 2021
  • Review photo of Mowich Lake Campground — Mount Rainier National Park by Megan H., August 26, 2021
  • Review photo of Mowich Lake Campground — Mount Rainier National Park by Megan H., August 26, 2021